Indiana lottery glitch sparks six-figure hopes, then reveals $20 prize
TL;DR
Hoosier Lottery paused sales of the new $5 Space Invaders Cash Invasion scratch-off after a technical issue caused players to believe they’d won large prizes. One man thought he’d won $100,000 (the prize was actually $20) and another believed he won $2,500; both cases prompted headlines and complaints. Officials halted sales, urged affected players to submit protest forms, and said the game would relaunch on June 16 as reviews continue.
- Indiana man thought he’d won $100K lottery prize - but it was $20 due to ‘error’ The Independent
- Indiana man’s $100,000 lottery ticket validated at $20 in printing error Washington Times
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- Printing error slashes Indiana lottery wins to small payouts MSN
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